Seetzenia lanata

Family: Zygophyllaceae

What it is like

A succulent herb. It is much branched. The stems are woody at the base. The stem lie along the ground. The leaves are opposite and fleshy. The leaves have a short leaf stalk and 3 leaflets that are sharp. The end leaflet is 5-10 mm long. The flowers occur singly.

Where it is found

It is a Mediterranean climate plant. It grows in the Sahara and desert. It is moderately salt tolerant.

Countries/locations it is found in

Africa, Mediterranean, Morocco, North Africa, Oman, Pakistan, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Southern Africa, United Arab Emirates, UAE

How it is used for food

Edible parts

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How it is grown

Its other names

Local names

Abu-shouka, Dartit, Madnek

Synonyms

Seetzenia africana R. Br.; Zygophyllum lanatum Willd.; amd others